(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) The global aerogel market is rapidly evolving from a niche specialty materials sector to a mainstream technology platform. This expansion is fueled by the unique properties of aerogels, such as ultralight structure, exceptional thermal insulation, high surface area, and porosity. Key applications are emerging in electric vehicle batteries, building insulation, aerospace, and biomedical devices. Established players like Aspen Aerogels and Cabot Corporation, along with new market entrants, are driving innovation and competition. With silica aerogels as the industry staple, polymer and biopolymer aerogels are gaining traction.

Dublin, Oct. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Global Aerogels Market 2026-2036" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets's offering.

The global aerogel industry is experiencing unprecedented transformation as it transitions from a niche specialty materials sector into a mainstream technology platform with applications spanning electric vehicle batteries, building insulation, aerospace systems, and biomedical devices. This dynamic market evolution reflects both the unique properties of aerogels - ultralight materials with exceptional thermal insulation, high surface area, and remarkable porosity - and the growing recognition of their potential to address critical challenges in energy efficiency, thermal management, and sustainable manufacturing.

The aerogel landscape is undergoing rapid restructuring driven by both established players and innovative newcomers. Traditional manufacturers like Aspen Aerogels and Cabot Corporation continue advancing their core silica aerogel technologies while expanding into high-growth applications such as electric vehicle thermal barriers and advanced building insulation systems. Simultaneously, a wave of new entrants - ranging from university spin-offs to established materials companies diversifying their portfolios - are introducing novel products and competing for emerging market opportunities.

This competitive environment has accelerated innovation across multiple dimensions. While silica aerogels maintain their position as the dominant commercial product category, polymer and biopolymer aerogels are gaining significant traction. Companies are developing specialized formulations targeting specific applications: carbon aerogels for energy storage electrodes, polymer aerogels for 5G telecommunications infrastructure, and bio-based aerogels for sustainable packaging and biomedical applications.

Manufacturing process innovation represents a critical competitive frontier. Companies are pursuing multiple strategies to reduce production costs and improve scalability, from ambient pressure drying techniques that eliminate expensive supercritical processing to continuous manufacturing systems that enhance throughput. Advanced 3D printing technologies are enabling complex aerogel geometries previously impossible to achieve, while sustainable feedstock development is addressing environmental concerns and supply chain resilience. The integration of digital technologies is significantly enhancing aerogel development and manufacturing. Computational modelling accelerates materials design, while advanced characterization techniques enable precise control over pore structure, thermal properties, and mechanical performance. These capabilities are essential for meeting increasingly stringent application requirements across diverse industries.

Electric vehicle applications have emerged as perhaps the most significant growth driver, with aerogels providing critical thermal management solutions for battery safety and performance. As EV adoption accelerates globally, thermal runaway protection systems incorporating aerogel barriers are becoming standard safety features, creating substantial market opportunities for specialized materials suppliers.

Building and construction applications continue expanding beyond traditional insulation, encompassing high-performance windows, thermal bridge solutions, and integrated building systems designed for net-zero energy performance. The aerospace and defense sectors are adopting aerogels for thermal protection systems, lightweight structural components, and advanced electronics cooling applications. Biomedical applications represent a particularly active research area, with developments in tissue engineering scaffolds, wound healing materials, and controlled drug release systems. Environmental applications, including carbon capture technologies and water purification systems, address global sustainability challenges while creating new commercial opportunities.

The aerogel market's trajectory reflects broader trends toward energy efficiency, sustainability, and advanced materials performance. As manufacturing costs continue declining and application knowledge expands, aerogels are positioned to become mainstream solutions across multiple industries.

The Global Aerogels Market 2026-2036 report provides strategic intelligence for materials manufacturers, end-users, investors, and technology developers navigating this rapidly evolving market. Analysis encompasses silica, polymer, carbon, and bio-based aerogel technologies, examining manufacturing scalability, cost structures, competitive dynamics, and emerging application opportunities through comprehensive company profiles and detailed market forecasts.

Report Contents include:

• Comprehensive analysis of aerogel properties including thermal conductivity benchmarking, density comparisons, and mechanical characteristics
• EV battery pack applications as primary growth driver with detailed thermal runaway protection analysis
• Competitive landscape assessment covering 54+ global manufacturers
• Market drivers spanning energy efficiency regulations, thermal management requirements, and sustainability mandates
• Manufacturing capacity analysis by geography with focus on China's dominance in production versus revenue
• Technology and market challenges including cost barriers, dust generation concerns, and integration complexities
• Market forecasts 2026-2036 segmented by aerogel type (silica, polymer, carbon), end-use market, and geographic region
• Technology & Materials Analysis
  • Detailed aerogel classification covering inorganic, organic, and composite materials
  • Manufacturing processes including supercritical drying, ambient pressure drying, and rapid extraction techniques
  • Silica aerogel products: monoliths, powders, granules, blankets, boards, and renders with SWOT analyses
  • Advanced composites using organic crosslinkers and fiber reinforcement
  • Sustainable feedstock development from food waste, textile waste, and agricultural byproducts
  • Polymer aerogels including polyimide, polyurethane, and resorcinol-formaldehyde systems
  • Bio-based aerogels: cellulose nanofibers, alginate, starch, chitosan, protein, pectin, and agar materials
  • Carbon aerogels, graphene aerogels, and carbon nanotube architectures
  • 3D printing technologies for complex aerogel geometries
  • Hybrid and composite systems including metal-organic framework aerogels
• Manufacturing & Production
  • Sol-gel chemistry fundamentals and process optimization
  • Supercritical CO2 drying with closed-loop systems and autoclave technologies
  • Ambient pressure drying innovations reducing production costs
  • Scale-up challenges from laboratory to commercial manufacturing
  • Cost analysis by aerogel type and production method
  • QT-polysiloxane enabler technologies
• Applications & Markets
  • EV Batteries : Thermal runaway protection, fire safety regulations (UN GTR 20, GB 38031-2020), material intensity analysis, integration strategies, and comprehensive company assessment
  • Oil & Gas : Refinery insulation, cryogenic pipeline applications, LNG facilities
  • Building & Construction: Sustainable insulation materials, panels, renders, plasters, window glazing systems, industrial insulation standards (EN 17956)
  • Energy Storage : Silicon anodes, lithium-sulfur batteries, electrode materials, supercapacitors, hydrogen storage
  • Biomedical : Drug delivery systems, tissue engineering scaffolds, wound dressings, medical implants with sterilization protocols
  • Electronics & Telecommunications : EMI shielding, thermal management, 5G antenna substrates, low-loss dielectric materials
  • Environmental Applications : Water treatment, heavy metal removal, oil spill remediation, CO2 capture and direct air capture systems
  • Textiles : Winter sports apparel, luxury fashion applications, protective equipment, footwear
  • Aerospace & Defense : Thermal protection systems, vibration suppression, NASA applications, crash absorbers
  • Additional Markets : Cold-chain packaging, cosmetics, catalysts, paints/coatings, food applications, solar energy, passive cooling
• Patent Landscape
  • Analysis of 2010-2024 patent filings by technology area, assignee, and geography
  • Intellectual property trends and competitive positioning
• Company Profiles: Detailed profiles of 54 aerogel manufacturers including:
  • Production capacity and manufacturing processes
  • Product portfolios and specifications
  • Target markets and applications
  • Recent developments and strategic initiatives

Companies profiled include:

• Aerobel BV
• Aerofybers Technologies
• Aerogel Core Ltd.
• Aerogel-it
• Aerogel Technologies
• Aeroshield
• Aspen Aerogels
• Blueshift Materials
• Enersens
• Keey Aerogel
• IBIH Advanced Materials
• Krosslinker
• SA-Dynamics
• siloxene AG
• SUMTEQ GmbH
• Thermulon
• Westwood Aerogel
• and more.....

Report Features:

• 59 detailed tables with market data, product comparisons, and technical specifications
• 44 figures including market forecasts, technology schematics, and product imagery
• Technology Readiness Level (TRL) assessments by application
• Comprehensive cost analysis and pricing trends
• Regional market analysis covering North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and emerging markets
• Quantitative market forecasts through 2036 by material type, application, and geography

Key Topics Covered:

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.1 Aerogel Properties
1.2 Aerogel Applications
1.3 Competitive Factors in the Aerogels Market
1.4 Market Drivers and Trends
1.5 Aerogel Manufacturer Production Capacity and Manufacturing Processes
1.6 Market and Technology Challenges
1.7 Market Size and Forecast to 2036

2 INTRODUCTION
2.1 Aerogels
2.2 Manufacturing processes
2.3 Silica aerogels
2.4 Aerogel-like polymer foams
2.5 Metal oxide aerogels
2.6 Organic aerogels
2.7 3D printed aerogels
2.8 Hybrid and composite aerogels

3 PRODUCTION METHODS
3.1 Overview
3.2 Sol-gel process
3.3 3D printing of aerogels
3.4 Drying methods
3.5 Costs
3.6 Manufacturing scale-up challenges

4 MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS FOR AEROGELS
4.1 Competitive landscape
4.2 EV Batteries
4.3 Oil and Gas
4.4 Building and Construction
4.5 Energy Storage
4.6 Biomedical
4.7 Cold-Chain Packaging
4.8 Electronics and Telecommunications
4.9 Filtration, Separation, and Sorption
4.10 Textiles
4.11 Food
4.12 Catalysts
4.13 Paint and Coatings
4.14 Aerospace and Defence
4.15 Cosmetics
4.16 Other markets and applications

5 AEROGEL PATENTS
5.1 Patent applications

6 AEROGEL COMPANY PROFILES (54 company profiles)

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